Mask Guidelines
Please see the information below concerning mask guidelines at WMS. Following these guidelines each day will help not only protect your son or daughter but other students and staff members as well.
- Surgical masks or cloth face coverings made with two layers of fabric.
- Cloth masks should be washed after you wear them in hot water with detergent. Bleach is not necessary to kill the virus on cloth masks.
- Make sure masks fit securely over your nose and mouth.
- Masks with valves in them are not recommended, because the valves allow all of the mask wearer's exhalation to exit through the valve.
If your child does not have a mask with two layers of fabric, we have extra surgical masks to give to individual students as needed.
Picture Day February 22 & 23
Spring Track Season
Parents, we will have a spring track season this school year! It will look a little different given our current hybrid learning mode, but here is some information to begin with:
-If your child plans to participate in track, they will need to have the KSHSAA Physical, Concussion and Waiver Forms on file. Please click here to access these forms: https://www.usd231.com/o/wheatridge/page/athletic-physical-participation-forms
-First track practice will be on Monday, March 1.
-Students can only come to practice on their hybrid in-person days at school. Fridays are optional for athletes to attend practice, but transportation will not be provided.
-The track website has detailed information regarding the track meet schedule as well as safety protocols that will be in place to keep students and staff safe.
-The Parent Meeting Information Google Slides presentation is taking the place of a traditional parent meeting. Please go to the website below and click on the Parent Meeting tab to find this presentation. Parents need to read through the information found on those slides to be up to date with all of the protocols and information for the upcoming season.
http://mustangsrun.weebly.com/
Please reach out if you have specific questions or concerns. We are looking forward to having spring sports back at WMS!
Late Arrivals
The grade-level entrances will close at 8:10.
Reporting An Absence
Please include:
- Student Name
- Grade
- Reason for Absence
You may also call the WMS Main Office at 913.856.2900.
This will include reporting an absence for the days they are remote and cannot log in at the required check-in time.
Virtual Parent/Teacher Conference Information
PowerSchool Access Codes
Immunizations!
In Case You Missed It.....the following items are from previous editions
Inclement Weather Days
Earlier this week the district emailed information to parents regarding the plan for inclement weather. Please take a minute to review the document and be familiar with the schedule changes when we move to a Flexible Instruction Day and the buildings are closed.
Please view this document to learn more about our inclement weather protocols:
Middle School – Inclement Weather Days Protocol
HOW TO STAY INFORMED
When the chance for severe or inclement weather looms, we will only post the cancellation of school, athletic events, and other activities.
If school is canceled or a Flexible Learning Day is called due to inclement weather, the information will be available in the following formats:
Posted on our website found HERE.
Posted to social media
Local television stations (ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC)* Please know we are at the mercy of these stations as to whether or not they relay the information. There have been instances of when the district has provided information and the news station did not get it posted.
Thrillshare App
Treats for Celebrations
Just a gentle reminder to parents: if you are planning to provide treats to be handed out in class for a special celebration, such as a birthday, they need to be individually sealed/wrapped. An example would be Rice Crispy Treats that were factory sealed.
Her is another GREAT option for you as well:
In addition to providing breakfast and lunch, did you know USD 231 Nutrition Services also cater birthday treats directly to the 5th grade classrooms? Hassle-free, safe and affordable options to celebrate your student’s special day.
Order form/menu >> https://bit.ly/34aCuYi
Please allow one-week notice for events.
Calling All Library Books!
Snap a Pic and Share It!
Parents and Guardians, the Yearbook staff is still in need and seeking pictures of:
- students in their learning environments
- students with their pets.
- students participating in Spirit Week
- students in their school appropriate costumes
- an activity they do in their spare time
- students holding a sign stating something they are thankful for
- picture of student, and 1-3 sentences telling their hopes for 2021
- students in Chiefs gear celebrating the return to the Super Bowl
WMS Library Book Curbside Pick Up
Remember we are offering curbside pickup of library books from the WMS Media Center!
Check previous editions of The Stampede for details on how to utilize Destiny to find and hold your books.
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Send Us Your Virtual Learning Pictures!Mrs. Hanna and the yearbook class have already started working on the 2020-21 Yearbook! Even though we are all working through a unique time learning and teaching virtually, the yearbook staff would love to have pictures of your child working & learning remotely. Please send appropriate pictures to Mrs. Hanna via email: hannak@usd231.com If you would, please include your child’s name and grade in the body of the email. | Last Year's Yearbook Pick Up If you have not picked up your student’s yearbook from 2019-2020, please call the WMS Office to set up a time to pick up it up. We'd love to get yearbooks to all WMS students that purchased one last year. If you are unsure if you purchased a yearbook last year, please contact the WMS Office @ 913-856-2900 and we will be able to look at last year's purchases for you. | 2020-2021 Yearbook Purchase It's never to early to take care of ordering your yearbook! WMS yearbooks for 2020-2021 can be purchased through Skyward. |
Send Us Your Virtual Learning Pictures!
Mrs. Hanna and the yearbook class have already started working on the 2020-21 Yearbook! Even though we are all working through a unique time learning and teaching virtually, the yearbook staff would love to have pictures of your child working & learning remotely.
Please send appropriate pictures to Mrs. Hanna via email: hannak@usd231.com
If you would, please include your child’s name and grade in the body of the email.
Last Year's Yearbook Pick Up
2020-2021 Yearbook Purchase
Schoology Parent Account
CLICK HERE for the google form.
Appointment Required for Office Visits
Wheatridge Middle School